Abstract
This paper explains that Norway boasts some of the most ecologically diverse forest areas in the world and that the diversity of the topography creates prime locations for some of the most sensitive ecosystems. The author reviews Norway's five forest areas, which have been identified as being in need of management and conservation protection: Western Pine forests, Coastal rain forests, the Canyon and Humid Spruce forests, Northern Pine forests, and the Hemi-deciduous forests. The paper relates that, even though Norway has one of poorest records for ecological conservation of all the major forestry producing countries, it is not without protective legislation, for these resources such as The Forestry and Forest Protection Act, The Nature Conservation Act, and the Building and Planning Act.

Table of Contents
Review of Norway's Forests
Percentage of Land Coverage
Economic Impact of Norway's Forestry Industry
Economic Value
Exports
Primary Forestry
Secondary Forestry
Bio-Energy
Transportation
Norwegian Forestry Policies and Protection
The Forestry and Forest Protection Act
The Building and Planning Act
Norwegian Forest Restoration and Sustainability Plans

From the Paper
"The forestry industry in Norway is second only to the Norwegian fishing industry. Excluding petroleum exports, forestry products comprise 11 percent of the total exported value. In 1995, 6,180 people were employed by the lumber industry, 5,000 in forestry and another 9,000 in pulp and paper industries. These numbers would increase even more if transportation and other ancillary functions related to the timber industry were included in the employment statistics. The high degree, to which Norway relies on forestry and forestry related industries, opens the country up to vast amounts of international competition."

Tags:afforestation, over-used, living, sustainability, coniferous

Abstract
In this article, the writer first notes that Norway is one of the wealthiest nations in the world with no financial debts and vast petroleum resources. The writer discusses that additionally, Norway possesses vast natural resources contained in the forestry industry, yet records one of the least aggressive stances in the protection of its forest reserves. The writer examines the the diverse forest areas in Norway.

From the Paper
"Norway boasts some of the most ecologically diverse forest areas in the world. The diversity of the topography creates prime locations for some of the most sensitive ecosystems. Five forest areas have been identified as being in need of management and/or conservation protection. Theses are the Western Pine forests, Coastal rainforests, the Canyon and Humid Spruce forests, Northern Pine Forests, and the Hemi-deciduous forests."

Tags:forest, biodiversity, forestry

Abstract
This paper analyzes the spatial and temporal pattern of Alabama's forested landscape as well as the implications for the future of forest management on NIPF lands. This paper defines forested land as a parcel of land that is producing or capable of producing more than 20 cubic feet/acre/year of industrial wood and is land not withdrawn from timber production. Much of this land is held by private landowners not involved directly in the timber industry. Extensive studies have been conducted in the southern states concerning the motivation behind usage of NIPF land, its impact on the regional economy and environmental factors. The counties chosen for this particular study are those which had the highest reported income from forest products. The six counties chosen were Clarke, Marengo, Pickens, Monroe, Hale and Wilcox. These counties are located in highly forested areas and have a high amount of NIPF land. According to several surveys, the areas of greatest softwood shortage are those located near large paper and pulp mills. This paper discusses the impending shortage in economic timber that the U.S. will be facing by the year 2020. The writer of this paper examines the various strategies available to halt the dwindling timber supply which include changing the manner in which NIPF lands are managed as well as stricter government regulations which would deter the conversion of native grasslands and wetlands into croplands.

From the Paper
"To determine if timber production is likely to be able to meet future needs, the ratio of growth to removal is measured. Timber inventories give an indication of how much timber is currently available. Using this model, it was found that only one state had a positive ratio, North Carolina at 1.15. Alabama's ratio was 0.91. Softwood removal rates consistently exceed growth rates. Hardwood removal ratios faired slightly better at above 1.3. Timber inventories increased from the 1960s through the 1970s, but leveled off in the 1990s. According to SERTS, softwood supplies are expected to decrease 30% by the year 2020. According to an FIA survey, the areas of greatest softwood shortage are located near large paper and pulp mills (Cubbage and Abt, 1998a). According to the SERTS model the southern US will be facing an economic timber shortage by the year 2020."

Tags:environment, land, forest, deforestation, regulation, government, management

Abstract
This paper discusses how the environment of the Canadian Boreal Forest is made up of 1.4 million acres of forest. In fact, it makes up nearly twenty five percent of forest on the entire planet. The paper explains that this area is of utmost importance due to its biological diversity, oxygen generation, and water purifying properties.

From the Paper
"Conservation of North America's Boreal forest is an extremely important issue that affects the population of the entire planet. This issue is vital to everyone that inhabits the Earth since the Boreal encompasses nearly 25% of the world's remaining forests. This landscape covers 1.4 million acres and stretches from Alaska to the Atlantic Ocean. In fact, it is larger than the Amazon Rainforest in South America (Audubon, 2005). Being that conservation of photosynthesizing organisms is vital to survival of all air-breathing creatures on the planet; this issue is easy (if not requisite) to have an interest in. This area of North America is..."

Tags:canadian, boreal, forest

Abstract
This essay compares the film "Forest Gump", directed by Robert Zemeckis, to the book "Forest Gump" by Winston Groom. After a discussion of the book and movie, the author concludes that both works do an equally commendable job at illustrating the pleasing aspects of the personality of an idiot savant, or 'dim-witted' person.

From the Paper
"The main character, Forrest Gump, in the book is described as a six foot six inch strapping young lad at 16 who weighs 242 pounds. However, in the movie, Gump comes across as an individual with average height and a rather scrawny built as a young boy. The young Gump's leg braces as shown in the movie are never mentioned in the book. There is a visible difference in his understanding of the world as expressed in the book vis-a-vis that in the movie. The lines in Chapter 1 of the book: "LET ME SAY THIS: bein a idiot is no box of chocolates. People laugh, lose patience, treat you shabby. Now they says folks sposed to be kind to the afflicted, but let me tell you--it ain't always that way. Even so, I got no complaints, cause I reckon I done live a pretty interestin life, so to speak" speaks volumes about his clear understanding of the intent of people around him, for which he even provides sufficient evidence by narrating the incident when he was asked to 'move dirt by doing several rounds of wheel-barrow...' by a man and was paid a dollar for it. In the movie, though, Gump fails to establish to the audience, such an insightful view of people's behaviour. His character in the book draws humour in most and pathos in some parts of the book. The character in the movie played by Tom Hanks manages to strum the emotional chords at the surface level. As the narrator, the language used by Forrest throughout the book indicates a high degree of intelligence and clever skills of communication in terms of converting detailed observation into the written word. His ability is also well-justified by the mention of Ms. Henderson by Forrest: "Otherwise, I was learnin to read a lot better with Miss Henderson. She give me Tom Sawyer an two other books I can't remember, an I took them home an read em all, but then she give me a test where I don't do so hot. But I sure enjoyed them books." However, his love for books and comprehension ability remains under-stated in the movie. Also, his linguistic skills are given a comical edge due to the drawn out and somewhat missing syllables in his speech."

Tags:gump, forest gump, winston groom, robert zemeckis, box of chocolates

Abstract
This paper discusses the relationship between forest fires and weather. The paper argues that forest fires result in higher temperatures, higher temperatures in turn result in higher evaporation rates and higher evaporation rates result in more precipitation. It argues that due to this chain of events, we can see the relationship between forest fires and the weather.

From the Paper
"Forest Fires and Weather The connections between weather conditions and forest fires are quite well known. For example, in Weatherwise Malcolm Geast says, The high temperatures combined with low rainfall amounts to exacerbate an already -bad forest fire situation across most of the west (Geast 71). What Geast is saying is that weather conditions are an important precondition for forest fires. Fire fires don't occur when it is cold and wet, they happen when it is hot and dry. Not only are weather conditions a precondition for forest fires but they also trigger them in many cases."

Tags:forest, fires, weather

Abstract
The paper discusses how Turnbull offers an intriguing insight into the religion and belief structure of the Mbuti Pygmies of the Ituri Forest in central Africa, based on his sojourn with them in the 1960s. The paper explains that while this area of Africa was the scene of complex and bloody confrontations both before and after Turnbull's visit, the Mbuti Pygmies pursued their lives and religion in the relative peace of the dense forests, where their comfort and familiarity with terrain that was deeply intimidating to others provided them with a layer of resistance to the disturbances raging around them.

From the Paper
"Turnbull offers an intriguing insight into the religion and belief structure of the Mbuti Pygmies of the Ituri Forest in central Africa, based on his sojourn with them in the 1960s. While this area of Africa was the scene of complex and bloody confrontations both before and after Turnbull's visit, the Mbuti Pygmies pursued their lives and religion in the relative peace of the dense forests, where their comfort and familiarity with terrain that was deeply intimidating to others provided..."

Tags:forest, people, mbuti

Abstract
The paper explores a painting by Emily Carr, produced before 1960, that warrants special attention because of the important way in which it encapsulates Emily Carr's reverent regard for native Canadians. As time allows, the paper describes the painting in question - "Totem and Forest" - and situates the artwork historically within the context of the artist's career and the status of Canadian art at the dawn of the 1930s. The paper provides reasons for why this artwork is so important - besides what it says about Carr's warm regard for native Canadians, the painting is an astonishingly thoughtful rendering of native Canadian culture at a time when native Canadian culture (courtesy the ravages of the Indian Act and the policies of Duncan Campbell Scott) was being steadily effaced - and highlights the significance of the artwork to Canadian culture at large. The paper concludes that Carr's 1931 work stands out because it sheds light on a part of Canada - its native population - that most people undoubtedly viewed as anachronistic in the 1930s and even beyond.

From the Paper
"The following paper will explore a painting by Emily Carr, produced before 1960, that warrants special attention because of the important way in which it encapsulates Emily Carr's reverent regard for native Canadians. As time allows, the next few pages will describe the painting in question - "Totem and Forest" - and will situate the artwork historically within the context of the artist's career and the status of Canadian art at the dawn of the 1930s. The paper will provide reasons for why this artwork is so important - besides what it says about Carr's warm regard for native Canadians, the painting is an astonishingly thoughtful rendering of native..."

Tags:totem, forest, canadian

Abstract
This paper explores the operational effectiveness of the Allied campaign in Norway in 1940. In presenting the essential issues which affected the operational effectiveness of the Allied campaign, consistent focus is given to why the campaign itself ultimately failed. However, fully explicating the operational failures which occurred can only be achieved when wider issues are addressed. As such, this paper details the theoretical assumptions which directed Allied policy in Norway in a way which highlights ineffectual leadership and indecision. On this basis, the paper then details the operational failures which occurred in Norway as a result of incoherence between the service arms involved in the campaign. Finally, through reference to the assessments undertaken in relation to the Norwegian campaign, a number of enduring lessons are proffered in relation to the contemporary environment.

Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Methodology
Chapter One: Strategic Errors in Allied Planning and the Role of Winston Churchill
Chapter Two: Requirements and Difficulties for Effective Joint Operations
Chapter Three: Accounting for the Norwegian Failure: The Conduct of the Joint Campaign in Reference to the Three Services
Operational Lessons for the Modern Environment
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The battle for Norway, fought between Germany and the Allies represents one of the early pivotal confrontations of the Second World War. In many respects, the German victory in Norway laid an effective basis on which the Germans were to develop military strategy in the later years of the war. Thus, the occupation and utilisation of Norwegian air bases and sea ports proved essential to German campaigns undertaken in wider battles, most notably in the Atlantic. Given this, the Norwegian campaign which lasted from April to June 1940 acts as a key point of academic investigation in the Second World War. Moreover, the nature and characteristics of the battle for Norway has direct and unequivocal connotations for military and operational strategy. In particular, both the Allies and Germany engaged in Norway using a military approach which was personified by the need for a joint campaign, utilising various different sectors of the respective militaries. Although the use of air power was integral to the battle for Norway and will be addressed, the confrontation was essentially founded on an operational combination of sea power and land attack. Therefore, at the operational level, it is here that detailed investigation must be undertaken."

Tags:World, War, Two, Hitler, Germany, Winston, Churchill

Abstract
This paper gives a lyrical and deep analysis of Japanese author Haruki Murakami's novel, "Norwegian Wood." It includes a plot summary and description of several of the characters in the novel. Major themes in the novel, such as death and loss, are also explored. The paper concludes with the reviewer giving a personal opinion of the novel, which is that despite the undeveloped ending, "Norwegian Wood " is a delight to read and presented the characters with authenticity.

From the Paper
"Although fictional, Haruki Murakami gives you a real sense that the story is tangible, retold by a third party. There were times which the author gave every detail of Toru's mundane life which at times is found boring. Perhaps that was really what the Murakami was trying to present. If so, he succeeded in doing so for you could feel yourself turning lifeless as you read about how Toru explained life in a dormitory or how he spent his Sundays. For example, on page 198 he explains one of those Sundays: "When I had finished the letter, I walked a couple of blocks to a mailbox, then went to a nearby bakery where I bought an egg sandwich and a Coke. These I had for lunch while I watched a Little League game from a bench in a local playground. The deepening of autumn had brought an increased blueness and depth to the sky. I glanced up to find two vapor trails heading off to the west in perfect parallel like streetcar tracks. A foul ball came rolling my way, and when I threw it back to them the young players doffed their caps with a polite 'Thank you, sir.' As in most Little League games, there were lots of walks and stolen bases." "

Tags:death, suicide, loss, contemporary literature, Beatles, sexuality, student protests, 1960's